Install a carbon monoxide detector. It could save your life, and it’s the law. Carbon monoxide is a toxic, odorless, colorless gas and all homes in Minnesota must have CO detectors.
Homeowners who do not have a CO detector could face liability charges if someone in their home is injured or killed by carbon monoxide poisoning or smoke inhalation.
Daylight Saving Time begins March 10 this year. That’s a good day to change the batteries on your smoke alarms and your carbon monoxide detectors. Roseville firefighters will change smoke detector and carbon monoxide batteries for the elderly or anyone with a disability living in Roseville. Contact the Fire Department at 651-792-7009 to arrange a time for a firefighter to visit your home.
Alarms can be battery powered or powered by plugging into an outlet or by wiring into the home electrical system. Alarms must conform to the Underwriters Laboratory Standards and be located within 10 feet of each bedroom. Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors should be replaced at least every ten years.